Breach of licence conditions

Where a breach of licence conditions is identified, the licence holder may ultimately be prosecuted with a fine of up to £5,000 per breach.

Failing to apply for a licence could lead to prosecution and a fine of up to £20,000 and in addition there is a provision under section 96 of the Housing Act 2004 for a Rent Repayment Order to be made to recover all rent paid to an unlicensed property.